Where to Find the Best Ice Cream in Omaha

If you’re on the hunt for the best Omaha ice cream, we’ve got you covered! Omaha has several standout ice cream shops, including one that’s regularly ranked among the best in America! Here are some of the best ice cream places in Omaha.

• Centi
• Coneflower Creamery
• Dairy Chef
• eCreamery
• Graley’s Creamery & Confections
• Ted & Wally’s
• Honorable Mention

Here’s a sweet preview: four ice cream spots that Omaha Places love to visit.

Centi

If you prefer gelato—a denser, creamier Italian-style frozen dessert—over ice cream, Centi is the place to go in Omaha. This Omaha gelato shop offers a variety of unique flavors, including Mango Sorbet, Strawberry Horchata, and Dulce de Leche. Centi also serves sweet and savory crepes, along with a selection of coffee drinks.

Check out the full review at RestaurantHoppen.com.

• Perfect For: A coffee & gelato afternoon
• Yelp Rating: 4.7/5 stars from 50+ reviews
• Google Rating: 4.8/5 stars from 150+ reviews
• Neighborhood: The Old Market
• Flagship Address: 501 S 11th St, Omaha, NE 68102
• Parking: Street parking
• Cost: $$

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Coneflower Creamery

The creamy consistency and velvety mouthfeel of the ice cream at Coneflower Creamery have earned not only the adoration of Omaha faithful, but also national awards. Yelp named Coneflower as the best ice cream shop in America in 2023, and a few spoonfuls are all you need to see why. Coneflower’s “farm-to-cone” approach ensures you’re getting fresh, seasonal ingredients in your ice cream instead of dyes and artificial sweeteners. Plus, in addition to their original Blackstone District location, there’s a Coneflower location inside Millwork Commons, and their newest location for West Omaha residents in Elkhorn.

Check out the full review at RestaurantHoppen.com.

• Perfect For: Late-night dates
• Yelp Rating: 4.8/5 stars from 800+ reviews
• Google Rating: 4.8/5 stars from 2,250+ reviews
• Neighborhoods: Blackstone, NoDo, Elkhorn
• Flagship Address: 3921 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68131
• Parking: Street parking, nearby parking lots
• Cost: $$

Dairy Chef

If you’re looking for soft serve ice cream in Omaha, there’s no beating Dairy Chef. The ice cream has a smooth, silky consistency, and Dairy Chef absolutely loads it with whatever toppings you choose—from fresh fruits and nuts to cookie dough, candy bars, and waffle cone pieces. Don’t be scared off by the long lines, as Dairy Chef’s double-barreled window service ensures that Omaha’s ice cream lovers are served quickly.

Check out the full review at RestaurantHoppen.com.

• Perfect For: West Omaha families
• Yelp Rating: 4.3/5 stars from 150+ reviews
• Google Rating: 4.7/5 stars from 1,200+ reviews
• Neighborhood: Elkhorn
• Flagship Address: 3223 N 204th St, Elkhorn, NE 68022
• Parking: Parking lot
• Cost: $

eCreamery

If your out-of-town friends and family fall in love with the ice cream at eCreamery during a visit, no worries—the Dundee ice cream shop ships its ice cream nationwide, so they can enjoy their favorite flavors even after they’ve left. With thick, rich ice cream and unique flavors like Cupcake Cookie Dough and Butter Brickle, they’ll be thinking about it long after their stay in Omaha ends.

Check out the full review at RestaurantHoppen.com.

• Perfect For: Anyone who wants to order ice cream delivery
• Yelp Rating: 4.0/5 stars from 250+ reviews
• Google Rating: 4.5/5 stars from 750+ reviews
• Neighborhood: Dundee
• Flagship Address: 5001 Underwood Ave, Omaha, NE 68132
• Parking: Street parking
• Cost: $$

Graley’s Creamery & Confections

A visit to Graley’s Creamery & Confections makes you feel like you’re stepping into another era at this Papillion ice cream shop. The barstools, old-timey music, and even the employees’ uniforms transport you to an 1800s soda fountain. But as great as the vibes are, it’s Graley’s roster of more than 100 ice creams that are the real draw. And if you want to try several flavors, you can order an ice cream flight!

Check out the full review at RestaurantHoppen.com.

• Perfect For: Families & soda fountain enthusiasts
• Yelp Rating: 4.4/5 stars from 100+ reviews
• Google Rating: 4.8/5 stars from 1,100+ reviews
• Neighborhood: Downtown Papillion
• Flagship Address: 147 N Washington St, Papillion, NE 68046
• Parking: Parking lot
• Cost: $

Ted & Wally’s

An Omaha favorite since 1984, Ted & Wally’s is beloved for its rich, ultra-premium ice cream. Ted & Wally’s combines local ingredients with century-old antique equipment to craft its menu, which changes daily. This downtown ice cream shop has churned out more than 3,000 flavors over the years, and given how much Omaha loves this ice cream, that number won’t stop growing any time soon.

• Perfect For: Those who want unique, fun flavors
• Yelp Rating: 4.0/5 stars from 500+ reviews
• Google Rating: 4.5/5 stars from 2,300+ reviews
• Neighborhoods: Old Market and Benson
• Flagship Address: 1120 Jackson St, Omaha, NE 68102
• Parking: Street parking, small parking lot in Benson
• Cost: $$

Want to hear the story behind Omaha’s most iconic ice cream shop? Watch Oh My! Omaha podcast interview with the owners of Ted & Wally’s.

Honorable Mention

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• Black Cow Dairy

Sweet tooth satisfied? There’s more to love in Omaha if you’re up for exploring local favorites:

• Best Breakfast in Omaha
• Best Burgers in Omaha
• Best Pizza in Omaha
• Best Sports Bars in Omaha
• Best Steakhouses in Omaha
• Best Wings in Omaha

From brunch to sports bars to dessert spots, don’t miss our other Omaha food guides from Hurrdat ONE!